Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 85% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS.US) – stock price at 58.23 $, August 2026
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Price Target 2026: Analysts See 87% Upside

The average price target for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is $108.62. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 86,55% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions overvalued or undervalued?

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is currently undervalued with a gap of 86.6% relative to the price target.


The current price is $58.23, which places Kratos Defense & Security Solutions in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $97.76, and overvalued when the price exceeds $119.48.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, the fair value range lies between $97.76 and $119.48.


See the full price target analysis for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions →

Analyst Ratings for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock in 2026: Buy

19 analysts cover Kratos Defense & Security Solutions. The majority is positive, with 79% recommending Buy, while 21.1% recommend Hold. The average price target is $108.62, which gives an upside of 86.6% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.42/5)
Strong Buy
12 (63.2%)
Buy
3 (15.8%)
Hold
4 (21.1%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.42 out of 5 based on 19 analysts

About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions – Forsvar

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions laver højteknologisk udstyr til forsvar og national sikkerhed. De tjener penge på to primære områder: regeringsløsninger og ubemandede systemer. Kratos er især kendt for at udvikle jetdrevne droner og hypersoniske fartøjer. Derudover sælger de avancerede jordbaserede systemer til satellitter, som styrer kommando og sporing. De leverer også fremdriftssystemer til missiler og rumfartøjer. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions har en stor kundebase inden for det amerikanske forsvar og sikkerhedsagenturer. De producerer også mikrobølgeelektronik til radarer og missilforsvar. Kort sagt, Kratos driver forretning ved at levere kritisk, specialiseret teknologi til militære formål. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions

$ 10,4B Market cap
$ 1,4B Revenue
Forsvar Industry
325.53 P/E
7.33 P/S
2.56 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
Industri Sector

What kind of stock is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions?

Growth stock

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is classified as a growth stock with quarterly earnings growth of 130.6% and strong long-term momentum of 0.0%.

Score Overview for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions

💰 Value Score 21/100 (Low)
⭐ Quality Score 30/100 (Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 9/100 (Very Low)
📊 Total Score 20/100

📈 Valuation

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions trades at a P/E ratio of 325.5, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 77.5 (76% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 7.3 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 2.6. The PEG ratio is 36.41 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has a profit margin of 2.1% (moderate) and an operating margin of 1.8%. Return on equity (ROE) is 1.2%. Return on assets (ROA) is 0.6%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 130.6% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 5 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is 8.07 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 44.2% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 6.36% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Insider Trading in Kratos Defense & Security Solutions 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Kratos Defense & Security Solutions have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 6,387,603 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Lund Deanna H, Fendley Steven S., Mendoza Marie and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 6,387,603 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 6,387,603 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Lund Deanna H sold 200 shares at 49 $ each on 2026-08-03.

Who is selling: Lund Deanna H, Fendley Steven S., Mendoza Marie, Carrai Phillip D, Carter David M and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Kratos Defense & Security Solutions. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-08-03 Lund Deanna H Sell 200 49 9,790
2026-07-27 Fendley Steven S. Sell 5,900 48 282,374
2026-07-15 Mendoza Marie Sell 1,013 52 52,463
2026-07-15 Carrai Phillip D Sell 3,900 54 210,015
2026-07-08 Carter David M Sell 3,700 51 189,662
2026-07-01 Lund Deanna H Sell 500 54 26,920
2026-06-30 Rock Stacey G Sell 4,675 50 233,750
2026-06-29 Fendley Steven S. Sell 7,000 48 338,590
2026-06-15 Mendoza Marie Sell 800 59 47,560
2026-06-15 Carrai Phillip D Sell 2,700 59 159,543

Who is buying and selling Kratos Defense & Security Solutions shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Lund Deanna H, Fendley Steven S., Mendoza Marie, Carrai Phillip D, Carter David M and others. In total, 6,387,603 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Short Selling 2026: 6.4% Sold Short

High short interest: 6.4% of the free float
Short % of free float
6.4%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 6.4% means that 6.4% of the freely traded shares in Kratos Defense & Security Solutions have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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6.4%

When Does Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions 2026 – Signal: Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS.US) – RSI 61, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $55.34 is 14.5% above the 20-day average ($48.35). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 5.2% above the 50-day average ($52.59). Long term, the stock is 25.8% below the 200-day average ($74.56), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (52.59) is below the 200-day average (74.56), which is a classic bearish signal for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.

Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc overbought or oversold?

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc has an RSI of 60.5. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone.

MACD Analysis for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.367), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (-1.343) by 0.976, which suggests the negative momentum is fading – a potential trend reversal could be ahead.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-8.131), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (-6.958) by 1.173, which confirms continued negative long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bearish (MACD negative). However, momentum shows signs of improving on a daily basis – a potential trend reversal could be ahead, but it is not confirmed yet.

Risk Profile for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 72.1%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk. Only risk-tolerant investors should consider this stock, because the price swings can be very large.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.367). Weekly bearish (-8.131).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly falling.

RSI: 60.5 – neutral.

Technical signal: Sell

The trend is negative and MACD is below the zero line, which confirms the bearish momentum. Consider reducing the position or setting a stop-loss.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock in 2026

Should you buy Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock now?
No, the technical signal for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is currently SELL. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions trades at $58.23 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.367 with rising momentum (signal: -1.343); RSI is at 60.5 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $108.62 points to 86.6% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock?
The average analyst price target for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is $108.62. The current price is $58.23, which gives an upside of 86.6%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $97.76 and $119.48.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions a dividend stock?
No, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is rated as a stock with extreme risk. the annual standard deviation is 72.1%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions overvalued?
No, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (86.6% upside). Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 325.5 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 7.3, a P/B ratio of 2.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 86.6%.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions overbought?
No, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is not overbought. RSI is at 60.5 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 60.5 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 20.4% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next Kratos Defense & Security Solutions earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions shorted?
Yes, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is shorted with 6.4% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock?
No, insiders are not buying Kratos Defense & Security Solutions shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 20 sales. On a net basis, 6,387,603 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 6,387,603 $ sold. Active sellers include Lund Deanna H, Fendley Steven S., Mendoza Marie and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions a good stock?
Based on our total score, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 20 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 21/100, Quality: 30/100, Momentum: 9/100. In addition: analysts see 86.6% upside to the price target; technical signal: Sell. Whether Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock?
The outlook for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions based on current data: the average analyst price target is $108.62 (+86.6%); the P/E ratio is 325.5 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions stock rising?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 20.4% above the 20-day average; short interest is 6.4% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Kratos Defense & Security Solutions go?
The average analyst price target for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is $108.62, which corresponds to a potential gain of 86.6% from the current price of $58.23. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Kratos Defense & Security Solutions fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Kratos Defense & Security Solutions do?
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions laver højteknologisk udstyr til forsvar og national sikkerhed. De tjener penge på to primære områder: regeringsløsninger og ubemandede systemer. Kratos er især kendt for at udvikle jetdrevne droner og hypersoniske fartøjer. Derudover sælger ... The company belongs to the Industri sector, more specifically the Forsvar industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Kratos Defense & Security Solutions as an investment.
Did Kratos Defense & Security Solutions raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Kratos Defense & Security Solutions. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions making money or losing money?
Yes, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 2.1% — which is modest. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 1.8%. At a P/E ratio of 325.5, you currently pay 325.5 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Kratos Defense & Security Solutions go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 8.07 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 44% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Kratos Defense & Security Solutions have a lot of debt?
No, Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 44%. For the industri sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.